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Easy Soft Sugar Cookies No Chill Dough Recipe

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A quick and easy soft sugar cookie recipe that requires no chilling of the dough, delivering tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Optional: sanding sugar for rolling or sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add pure vanilla extract, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture in batches, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls about 1 ½ inches wide onto prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart. Optionally, flatten each ball gently with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar or sprinkle sanding sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and just starting to turn golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft; edges should be golden while centers remain soft. Cream butter and sugar thoroughly for best texture. If dough spreads too much, chill for 10 minutes before baking. Rotate pans halfway through baking for even results. For gluten-free or vegan versions, substitute flour and butter accordingly.

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